Adelaide Strikers will be up against the Melbourne Stars in the 10th match of the Big Bash League 2025-26 on Tuesday, December 23, at the Adelaide Oval. In the first game against the Sydney Sixers, the Strikers won the toss and elected to bowl. The Sixers made 159 runs for the loss of nine wickets. It took Strikers 19.2 overs to reach the target and win the match by three wickets.
Let’s look at the probable playing XI of the Adelaide Strikers for Match 10 of the BBL 2025-26 against the Melbourne Stars:
Top Order:

Matthew Short, Chris Lynn, and Jason Sangha will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Short was the highest run-scorer for the Strikers last season and made 236 runs in just seven matches at an average of 33.71 and a strike rate of 171.01.
Middle Order:

Liam Scott and Alex Ross are likely to be there in the middle order. Scott played a knock of 51 runs off 32 deliveries in the first game and was the highest scorer.
Lower Middle Order:

Jamie Overton and Harry Nielsen are likely to be in the lower middle-order. Overton won the Player of the Match award in the last game. He made 30 runs off 20 deliveries and took two wickets for 22 runs in four overs.
Bowlers:
Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Henry Thornton, and Lloyd Pope could be the four bowlers for the team. Wood was the pick of the bowlers for the Strikers and took three wickets for 26 runs in four overs.
Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
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